Not too long ago I read an article online about “Hidden Gems in Springfield Mo.”. Considering we live there I knew several of the places names however this was one I had not heard of before. Today my wife and I were driving along and stumbled upon Pappys Place, so we decided to stop and see what it was all about since the name stuck with me as one I had read about. Let me say first and foremost. When you pull up and park you immediately know that this is a place that people have probably been coming to for forty years no matter what other food choices may be available in town. It’s small, quaint and inviting. Absolutely loaded with rich history and that is something you can feel right when you walk inside! We were very graciously greeted by our waitress and seated on the patio as requested. She was amazing throughout our late lunch. She was at our table just the right amount. There is a science to that in my opinion, being there too much or not enough can be frustrating. We looked over the menu at our options and as we did she gave a few recommendations for us to consider as we looked. The menu is not huge and I can appreciate that, big menus can also get tiresome. Once we placed our order the wait wasn’t long at all. When we got the food…… wow!!! Absolutely amazing food. You won’t get any frills at Pappys, what you will get is a heaping plate of food that screams “this is Americana!!”…… A little off the beaten path. As it should be, sometimes a trip down memory lane in a place that obviously been a host to many many good times! We love this place and we will absolutely be returning! I’m fact I would t mind becoming a regular. The BBQ is down home style made by someone in the kitchen who has a passion for food. I really can’t rave about Pappys enough. Since my moving to the area this was by far one of my top three places I would eat again. Also they have live music on Friday nights starting in March!!! We will for sure be attending those events. My hats off to Pappys Place and the stellar food, service and atmosphere surrounding this hidden gem!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Joshua Roberts
Not the most attentive servers (don’t expect them to notice your empty drink), but take it for what it is, it’s an old place, tons of history here, great food (hands-down some of the most authentic BBQ in town), and if you want something, all you have to do is raise your hand and ask for it. This place is a part of Springfield history!New owners, but they seem to have the desire to preserve the historic charm of the place.Seems to be a hidden gem that the older generations all know about, but newer Springfieldians have yet to discover.
They where rude, and making valed threats against my son. He was not causing any problems. They let this autistic manchild drink until he passed out. Then threaten me uf i can not get him out.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
William K.
Pappy's Place is a " Great Retro " Cafe / Bar on Main Street in Springfield, Missouri around the Historic District of Midtown ! The food is absolutely delicious and the service is impeccable like the five stars ***** restaurants in New York City ! This cafe is operated by Susan + Tara, both " wonderful + fabulous personalities ", so friendly ensuring their customers enjoys their dining experience and the food is so delicious ! Their barbecue meats are moist, juicy and succulent, the meats falls off the bone. Their 10oz burgers are " to die for " on a grilled bun with all the toppings with our favorite " pepper Jack cheese " to top it all ! Then the several different varieties of barbecue sauces to choose from !! Also, their side dishes are pretty awesome, we recommend the French Fries, Fried Okra, Onion Rings and the Fried Mushroom. Their side dish of beans paired with their six hours slow cooked " Smoked Barbecued Ribs " are so delicious, it's a must try !!! Pappy's Place is now " one of ours favorite place " in the Historic Midtown neighborhood to enjoy lunch or a early dinner because the dining experience is so awesome and the food is consistently delicious and the friendliness of Susan + Tara, we feel like Springfieldian stars ! We highly recommend this awesome place ! William * Craig NYC / SGF
Lily Rose
A tradition let down by bad customer service.
Heather Revie
This little hole in the wall restaurant surprised the heck outta me. I had heard it was good. While in Springfield for the day we decided to rest here for a late lunch. The food was surprisingly good and prices average. I would recommend this for a BBQ place if you're looking for one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Stephen Stephen
First time going in today, food was great, the ladies in there are also very nice. Nice environment. Be back soon!
Absolutely Love Everything about this place!! I've been coming here for many years now!! You'll feel right at home in their cozy atmosphere while enjoying some of the most delicious food in town. I've had just about everything on their menu & it's all just mouthwatering delish ~ I'm partial to their big ol' homemade cheezburgers & onion rings but the bbq the ribs & the smoked pork chops are pretty outstanding themselves...but so is everything else!!Their drinks are amazing, the beer is ice cold & served in a frosty mug ?....Service is always great & the people, well they are just good people who always have a smile for everyone!! You can't find little cozy hole in the wall places like this gem anymore so I recommend you check it out ~ you won't be disappointed!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger, Chicken Tenders and Fries, Ribs Fried Okra Slaw, BBQ Sauce, Onion Rings, Pulled Pork Sandwich with Onion Rings, Catfish Dinner, Mac
Amy Priestes
I always have a good time at Pappy's, oldest restaurant in Springfield! Good beer there and good people.
Backyard bash sort of feel. Very midwest. Very hole in the wall! Excellent service. Ps the open mic is outside so don't be upset when there's no A/C. Its worth it :)
John Russ
Pappy's is awesome! Delicious food, great service. The outdoor space is just lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Barbeque Pork Sandwich, Slaw
James Stallings
Understand it's hot but was blazing hot inside. Holiday weekend but yet was outta beef, ribs, wings etc. Fountain drinks was out of carbonation itself. The pulled pork nachos was decent but gf order a pork tenderloin and it wasn't even done. Then seen the cook come out, pour some alcohol into a cup. Add ice and little bit of soda then went back to continue cooking! Won't go back. The waitress was very rude when I ask about them possibly selling or going out of business! Can get better service elsewhere!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Susan Whitman
Always a fun neighborhood place for a weekly happy hour and our nachos ☺️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Job Miller
At nearly 100 years old, pappy's has been a staple in our community much longer than I've been around and serves some of the best pulled pork around
Great pulled pork nachos and Hot links!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hot Link or One Rib
Not too long ago I read an article online about “Hidden Gems in Springfield Mo.”. Considering we live there I knew several of the places names however this was one I had not heard of before. Today my wife and I were driving along and stumbled upon Pappys Place, so we decided to stop and see what it was all about since the name stuck with me as one I had read about. Let me say first and foremost. When you pull up and park you immediately know that this is a place that people have probably been coming to for forty years no matter what other food choices may be available in town. It’s small, quaint and inviting. Absolutely loaded with rich history and that is something you can feel right when you walk inside! We were very graciously greeted by our waitress and seated on the patio as requested. She was amazing throughout our late lunch. She was at our table just the right amount. There is a science to that in my opinion, being there too much or not enough can be frustrating. We looked over the menu at our options and as we did she gave a few recommendations for us to consider as we looked. The menu is not huge and I can appreciate that, big menus can also get tiresome. Once we placed our order the wait wasn’t long at all. When we got the food…… wow!!! Absolutely amazing food. You won’t get any frills at Pappys, what you will get is a heaping plate of food that screams “this is Americana!!”…… A little off the beaten path. As it should be, sometimes a trip down memory lane in a place that obviously been a host to many many good times! We love this place and we will absolutely be returning! I’m fact I would t mind becoming a regular. The BBQ is down home style made by someone in the kitchen who has a passion for food. I really can’t rave about Pappys enough. Since my moving to the area this was by far one of my top three places I would eat again. Also they have live music on Friday nights starting in March!!! We will for sure be attending those events. My hats off to Pappys Place and the stellar food, service and atmosphere surrounding this hidden gem!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Not the most attentive servers (don’t expect them to notice your empty drink), but take it for what it is, it’s an old place, tons of history here, great food (hands-down some of the most authentic BBQ in town), and if you want something, all you have to do is raise your hand and ask for it. This place is a part of Springfield history!New owners, but they seem to have the desire to preserve the historic charm of the place.Seems to be a hidden gem that the older generations all know about, but newer Springfieldians have yet to discover.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Barbeque Pork Sandwich, Potato Salad, BBQ Pork, Ribs Fried Okra Slaw, Slaw, Pulled Pork Sandwich with Onion Rings, Beef Sandwich with Okra
They where rude, and making valed threats against my son. He was not causing any problems. They let this autistic manchild drink until he passed out. Then threaten me uf i can not get him out.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 1
Pappy's Place is a " Great Retro " Cafe / Bar on Main Street in Springfield, Missouri around the Historic District of Midtown ! The food is absolutely delicious and the service is impeccable like the five stars ***** restaurants in New York City ! This cafe is operated by Susan + Tara, both " wonderful + fabulous personalities ", so friendly ensuring their customers enjoys their dining experience and the food is so delicious ! Their barbecue meats are moist, juicy and succulent, the meats falls off the bone. Their 10oz burgers are " to die for " on a grilled bun with all the toppings with our favorite " pepper Jack cheese " to top it all ! Then the several different varieties of barbecue sauces to choose from !! Also, their side dishes are pretty awesome, we recommend the French Fries, Fried Okra, Onion Rings and the Fried Mushroom. Their side dish of beans paired with their six hours slow cooked " Smoked Barbecued Ribs " are so delicious, it's a must try !!! Pappy's Place is now " one of ours favorite place " in the Historic Midtown neighborhood to enjoy lunch or a early dinner because the dining experience is so awesome and the food is consistently delicious and the friendliness of Susan + Tara, we feel like Springfieldian stars ! We highly recommend this awesome place ! William * Craig NYC / SGF
A tradition let down by bad customer service.
This little hole in the wall restaurant surprised the heck outta me. I had heard it was good. While in Springfield for the day we decided to rest here for a late lunch. The food was surprisingly good and prices average. I would recommend this for a BBQ place if you're looking for one.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
First time going in today, food was great, the ladies in there are also very nice. Nice environment. Be back soon!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Barbeque Pork Sandwich, Fries, Baked Beans, BBQ Sauce
Absolutely Love Everything about this place!! I've been coming here for many years now!! You'll feel right at home in their cozy atmosphere while enjoying some of the most delicious food in town. I've had just about everything on their menu & it's all just mouthwatering delish ~ I'm partial to their big ol' homemade cheezburgers & onion rings but the bbq the ribs & the smoked pork chops are pretty outstanding themselves...but so is everything else!!Their drinks are amazing, the beer is ice cold & served in a frosty mug ?....Service is always great & the people, well they are just good people who always have a smile for everyone!! You can't find little cozy hole in the wall places like this gem anymore so I recommend you check it out ~ you won't be disappointed!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheeseburger, Chicken Tenders and Fries, Ribs Fried Okra Slaw, BBQ Sauce, Onion Rings, Pulled Pork Sandwich with Onion Rings, Catfish Dinner, Mac
I always have a good time at Pappy's, oldest restaurant in Springfield! Good beer there and good people.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
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Backyard bash sort of feel. Very midwest. Very hole in the wall! Excellent service. Ps the open mic is outside so don't be upset when there's no A/C. Its worth it :)
Pappy's is awesome! Delicious food, great service. The outdoor space is just lovely.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Barbeque Pork Sandwich, Slaw
Understand it's hot but was blazing hot inside. Holiday weekend but yet was outta beef, ribs, wings etc. Fountain drinks was out of carbonation itself. The pulled pork nachos was decent but gf order a pork tenderloin and it wasn't even done. Then seen the cook come out, pour some alcohol into a cup. Add ice and little bit of soda then went back to continue cooking! Won't go back. The waitress was very rude when I ask about them possibly selling or going out of business! Can get better service elsewhere!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 2
Service: 2
Always a fun neighborhood place for a weekly happy hour and our nachos ☺️
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
At nearly 100 years old, pappy's has been a staple in our community much longer than I've been around and serves some of the best pulled pork around
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Barbeque Pork Sandwich